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AFTER NICHOLAS CHEVALIER (1828-1902)

The arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Windsor Castle

1874

Carbon print | 18.4 x 22.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2905664

Photograph of a commemorative painting depicting the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh at Windsor Castle on 7 March 1874. The painting depicts various scenes, including a horse and carriage holding the royal couple driving towards Windsor and Castle, Queen Victoria greeting the Duchess of Edinburgh and children throwing petals on the royal couple. The scenes are framed by an arch bearing the message: 'WELCOME TO ENGLISH HEARTS AND HOMES'.

  • Creator(s)

    After Nicholas Chevalier (1828-1902) (artist)

  • 18.4 x 22.4 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Social sciences
      • Ethnology
        • Social customs
          • Marriage
            • Royal Weddings
            • Wedding ceremonies
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Berkshire [England]
              • Windsor [Berkshire]
                • Windsor Castle
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